Heading out of Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) and wondering how to keep your long-term parking bill in check? The good news is that you have real choices, and a little comparison goes a long way. This guide shows you how to size up lots near the airport so you can match an option to your trip and your budget.
So, how much is long-term parking at RDU? It is the total for your dates at the lot you pick, and the total can differ from one lot to the next. We do not post prices here. Our rate for your dates shows live on each lot page (from $5.95/day), and you can line the lots up side by side.
The Long-Term Parking Options Near RDU
Lots near the airport do not all work the same way. Some sit close and may cost more. Others sit a bit farther out, use a shuttle and can cost less. Each lot lists its own details, so the smart move is to line up a few and compare them side by side. Here is what to compare:
- Distance: how far the lot is from the terminals and how long the ride takes.
- Shuttle: whether the lot has one, how often it runs and what hours it covers.
- Covered or open: whether the lot lists covered spaces or only open-air spots.
- Extras: luggage help, a pick-up at your car or other services the listing mentions.
Seven Lots to Compare on Tropical Parking
We list 7 lots near RDU right now. Here is how they line up, as listed today:
- Cambria Hotel (Morrisville): 1.8 miles out, shuttle 4:15 AM to midnight about every 30 minutes, shuttle included with the booking.
- Microtel Inn & Suites (Morrisville): 2.1 miles out, 24/7 access, shuttle 4:15 AM to 11:45 PM about every 30 minutes.
- Quality Inn & Suites (Morrisville): 2.2 miles out, shuttle 4 AM to midnight about every 30 minutes.
- Sheraton Imperial (Durham): near the airport, 24/7 access, free shuttle every hour around the clock.
- DoubleTree (Durham): 3.1 miles out, shuttle 6 AM to 12:30 AM about every 30 minutes.
- TownePlace Suites (Morrisville): 3.3 miles out, 24/7 access.
- Embassy Suites (Cary): 3.4 miles out, shuttle 4 AM to midnight about every 30 minutes, included with the booking, no hotel room needed.
Details can change, so open the lot page for your dates before you book.
Why a Shuttle Lot Is Worth a Look for Long Trips
The longer your trip, the more those daily rate differences can add up. For a week away, comparing a shuttle lot with a lot right by the terminal can show a real difference in your total. Check live availability for your RDU trip and compare the total across lots before you commit.
How to Compare the Total for Your Dates
Use the same drop-off and pick-up dates for every lot. Then compare these things in order: the full total, the shuttle hours, the distance, and the cancellation rules. Look at the number for your whole stay, not the daily rate. Taxes and fees, if any apply, show before you pay. Try a week, ten days and two weeks to see how the total moves.
What to Look For Before You Book
- Shuttle service: check how the shuttle works at the lot you like, including its hours and how often it runs.
- Total trip cost: look at the total for your full number of days rather than judging by a single night.
- Covered vs. open parking: decide whether shade and weather cover are worth a higher total for your vehicle.
- Cancellation rules: read what the listing says about changing or canceling, in case your plans move.
- Your return trip: check where the shuttle picks you up when you land and how to call for it.
Small Details That Save You Time
Each lot lists its own rules, so read the listing before you go. Look at how check-in works, whether you leave your key and where you wait for the shuttle on the way back. If you land late at night, make sure the lot's shuttle runs at that hour. Knowing these points ahead of time keeps your return smooth after a long trip. For flight-day timing, such as when to arrive for security, follow the airport's own travel advice: RDU asks for two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international flights. RDU has two terminals, so check which one your airline uses.
Students, Work Trips and Storm Season
If you park for a school break, compare the total for the full stretch, since a few weeks is a different number than a long weekend. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Check the forecast before you fly home, and read what the listing says about changing dates.
Quick Answers About Long-Term Parking Near RDU
Is There Cheap Long-Term Parking Near RDU?
Compare the total for your dates across the lots. The one that fits your budget can change with your trip length.
Is There Long-Term Parking Near RDU With a Shuttle?
Yes. Most lots we list have a shuttle. Check the hours and how often it runs.
Can I Leave My Car Near RDU for Two Weeks?
Search with your full dates and read each lot's rules.
Book Smart and Save
Compare your RDU parking options before you book. Check current totals and availability online, then choose the option that fits your trip. Ready to plan the rest of your travels? Start your search and compare parking for wherever you are flying next.
Current pricing at RDU (from $5.95/day) — check live availability for your dates.